Itinerary

Leaving the Agerola plain we descend by bus to Amalfi. The town is the largest on the coast and a real highlight and was popular in Edwardian times with the British upper classes as a winter holiday destination. The large Duomo Cathedral dominates the town with its bright coloured tiles which are typical of the region. Continuing on by bus we climb to the romantic town of Ravello and the best views of the coastline. Ravello also has a grand Duomo but the Villa Rufolo and Villa Cimbrone are the stars of the town. Set amidst formal gardens their balconies stand at the edge of the cliffs enjoying stunning views and were aptly described by Andrï¿½ Gide as 'closer to the sky than the seashore'. There is time to wander, enjoy a coffee and soak up the atmosphere before we return to the cooler climes of Bomerano.See more images and videos

3Day 3Naples sightseeing including Piazza Plebiscito and the National Museum.

We transfer after breakfast to the Bay of Naples where we will spend the morning visiting the intriguing city of Herculaneum. Buried in AD 79 by a giant mudslide, triggered by the eruption of Mt Vesuvius, the perfectly preserved remains give us an amazing insight into the life of a Roman city. After lunch we will travel by bus high up onto the slopes of Vesuvius itself. Depending on weather conditions, you may choose to be led by a specialist Volcano guide through one of the many incredible walks around the crater of Vesuvius (optional).See more images and videos

4Day 4Spectacular 'Walk of the Gods' to Positano; boat to Amalfi.

Time to take to the trails today and enjoy one of the world's finest day walks. Leaving from our front door step it's a short stroll through the quiet village of Bomerano before we join the 'Walk of the Gods'. The route follows the contours of the land for the majority of the day with amazing views of the Amalfi coastline far below. In season the meadows are carpeted with flowers and the coastal waters teem with cruisers and pleasure boats. Our destination today is Positano, a near vertical town of colourful buildings reached by a network of ancient paths and tracks. On the way there is plenty of time to admire the beautiful views of the Amalfi before we descend 1500 steps to the beautiful coastal town of Positano. There is time for private exploration before we return in the late afternoon to our hotel by boat and bus.

5Day 5Free day to relax, visit Pompeii, or take a boat ride along the coast (all optional).

Relax around Bomerano, take an unguided walk either through the hills or down to the sea or maybe enjoy a boat ride along the coast to some famous Amalfi coast towns. Alternatively a private transfer can be arranged to the vast buried city of Pompeii (optional).See more images and videos

6Day 6Visit Herculaneum ruins; up to Vesuvius for short optional walk.

We return to the Bay of Naples and a day of sightseeing in this fascinating city including the Piazza Plebiscito and the National Museum (optional). Naples has a mixed reputation as a city but the electric atmosphere and mix of modern and historic architecture make Naples a unique Mediterranean City. After the sightseeing there will be free time to explore before we return to our hotel.

We leave the hotel after breakfast and take the public bus down to Amalfi and board the boat to Capri. The journey along the Amalfi Coast is spectacular with small coves and bays of clear azure water overlooked by towering cliffs. The time spent on Capri is unguided and on arrival you are free to explore. A beautiful walk will take you up to Capri town and along a network of small pedestrianised streets to visit the remains of Villa Jovis, the former home of the fearsome Roman emperor Tiberius. A walk around the spectacular coastline is recommended and allows you to see a natural rock arch and the famous Faraglioni, rock stacks which stick vertically out of the sea. There is also time to do a spot of shopping in some of islands boutique shops before we return by boat and bus to our hotel.See more images and videos

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Guided Group

This is a small group guided holiday. The group is usually between 4 and 16 in size, with an average of 12 like-minded clients booking individually, in a couple or as friends together.

Activity level

You are healthy, enjoy the outdoors and want a relaxing trip. No experience is required.

What's included

What's included

All breakfasts and 6 dinners

All accommodation (see below)

All transport and listed activities

Tour leader throughout

Flights from London (if booking incl. flights)

What's not included

Travel insurance

Single accommodation (available on request) GBP 200

Visas and vaccinations

Accommodation details

Hotel Due Torri - 3 Star

Due Torri is a lovely family-run hotel in Bomerano, a quiet village overlooking the Agerola Plain, known as the gateway to the Amalfi Coast. The hotel is a true highlight of the trip and is well known for its warm hospitality typical of southern Italy. All rooms have en suite facilities, air-conditioning and Wifi. It has a lovely small outdoor pool and terrace area. The hotel’s restaurant serves delicious local cuisine and the chef will treat you to fun cookery demonstrations arranged during your stay.

Essential info

Vaccinations and Visa
No visa required for British passport holders.
Please note in Italy it is compulsory to carry ID with you at all times. Holiday style

The trip involves travel by private bus plus boats and includes guided walks in a number of places. The walking isn't too strenuous, but you need a good base level of fitness.
During the days with walking included, the terrain and type of path will vary from man made paved tracks, tarmac, forest trails to gravel/cinder paths on Mount Vesuvius. Here there are also steep sections and quite large drops in places. The final section of the 'Walk of the Gods' descends to Positano down 1700 stone steps, which is possible to avoid by taking a bus. In places the paths are a little exposed and not suitable for severe vertigo sufferers.
Grade: Leisurely

Eating & drinking

All breakfasts and 6 dinners are included. In the itinerary we state which meals are included on which day.
Breakfast: Continental style with a choice of cereal, bread, yoghurt and milk with an array of teas/coffee.
Dinner: All meals are taken in the hotel, where the standard is excellent. There is wonderful seafood as well as the traditional Italian fare. Be prepared to eat a large number of courses! On certain evenings, there is the opportunity to learn how to make the famous Neapolitan pizza. Drinks are NOT included.

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Weather & seasonality

Southern Italy, in common with a lot of the Mediterranean, possesses a hot, dry climate in summer. There are cooler, but slightly damper spring and autumn periods and at coastal levels winters are mild and damp. Rainfall is expected in winter months with an average of one day in three affected. Unseasonable cold spells are possible at any time of year. During these times you will need warm clothes, especially in Bomerano where evening temperatures can be lower than expected. It is important to be equipped for cooler weather in early spring, late autumn and winter.

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Reviews & community

Walk of the gods loved the walk but it was too hot, should have walked earlier in the morning when the heat was not so intense some of my fellow travellers whom were older felt ill at the end of the walk . I also felt extremely weak following walk of the gods as I did the last part of walk 12000 steps to Positano.

What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?

Swim at the beach at Positano following walk of the gods. Last evening meal at the hotel. Lemoncello in Positano.

What did you think of your group leader?

Took every opportunity to profiteer from the group for example we were over charged as a group on taxi rides in the idle if Capri should have been 20 euros for group of 7 however Eduardo charged 20 euros per person. He used every opportunity to profiteer from group.

Is there anything else you would like to add?

Don't take tourists for granted food on the whole was average. Amalfi Coast was dirty and drivers are lunatics.

This was a wonderful trip that my husband and I throughly enjoyed. It gave us a great opportunity to explore this beautiful region and thanks to Eduardo we were able to really get the most out of the area. Highly recommended!

What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?

Arriving in Positano at the end of the steps down from the walk of the gods - a great sense of achievement!

What did you think of your group leader?

Eduardo was an absolutely fantastic group leader. He made sure we all had a great holiday and his local knowledge was invaluable (particularly when it came to great places for lunch!). He has obvious passion and pride in this beautiful region and it was a pleasure to spend a week with him.

Do you have any advice for potential travellers?

Don't underestimate the spectacular walk of the gods, it was brilliant experience but a little challenging in the summer sunshine (particularly if you do the steps at the end!).

The trip enabled me to achieve my longstanding wish to visit the well-known historic sights of Hecolaneum &amp; Pompeii together with the opportunity to walk amid the stunning scenery of Vesuvius and the Amalfi Coast.

What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?

There were many highlights but the views whilst walking on the "Path of the Gods" were breathtaking.

What did you think of your group leader?

Eduardo had an inside knowledge of the places and its people.

Do you have any advice for potential travellers?

Even in May there were numerous tourists at each of the locations - the Amalfi Coast is no secret but you will probably want to go back again &amp; again.

Fresh out of university in 1998, Kai decided to take a general office admin role at Exodus "for a year" to pad out his CV a bit before getting a "real" job. Many years later, he's still here, having caught the travel bug after hearing so much about all corners of the world from his colleagues. A love of South East Asia was cemented with a three month sabbatical there in 2006, followed by marriage to a Chinese Malaysian girl he met on holiday in Thailand. His Scandinavian background also means Kai is as happy in the snow as he is in jungles and beaches.

Questions about your trip

Will the hotel have towels?

The Hotel Le Due Torri provides towels for all guests, so there is no need to take one with you.

Brendan Phelan - Customer Operations

Do any gastronomic delights await me?

Lots! Apart from the hearty home made food awaiting you at the hotel, one of the highlights is the locally made smoked mozzarella, delicious with salads or melted over pizzas. If there is time during the week, you should get a chance to visit one of the local producers and sample it fresh off the production line!

You'll be surprised by the variety of food you will be sampling on your stay at Bomerano, starting with antipasti, home made pasta, delicious Neapolitan pizza and seafood. Vegetables also play a big role in the Mediterranean diet, not forgetting the gelato, the "Baba", a typical Neapolitan dessert and the notorious Limoncello liquer. Please note you should advise us in advance if you have any special dietary requirements so we can let the hotel know.

Brendan Phelan - Customer Operations

Is there any dress code at the Amalfi hotel?

We have used the Hotel Le Due Torri for many years and receive constant feedback on how much people have enjoyed the family atmosphere and amazing food. So no, the hotel is very casual and friendly and there is no need to pack anything too fancy! People sometimes make a little effort for the last night's dinner (meaning a shirt instead of t-shirt) but that's about the extent of it.

Stefania Aniello - Customer Operations

Can I make my own way to the hotel in Bomerano?

The Hotel Le Due Torri is about 1hr 20mins drive from Naples airport, if that's where you fly in to. If you are taking a taxi it will cost approximately 160 Euros but it is cheaper to prebook transfers through our local operator for 80 Euros each way paid direct - please let us know in advance if you wish to do this.To reach Bomerano by public transport is relatively simple, and you should contact Exodus for more details on the best way to do this.

Stefania Aniello - Customer Operations

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